Vintage LA SEQUANAISE Paris advertising bottle opener retro metal

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This old advertising bottle opener has a flat, compact shape, with a classic opening designed to remove bottle caps. The visible side features a round medallion adorned with a relief depicting a draped female figure, evoking an allegory, surrounded by the inscription: "LA SEQUANAISE PARIS UNION DES ASSURANCES". The object has a metallic-looking finish, slightly patinated, with traces of oxidation or wear that give it an authentic retro character. The whole is molded in one piece, with no attached elements or apparent colored decoration.

The medallion's design, as well as the typography used for the inscription, evoke French productions from the 1950s to the 1970s, common in the communication of insurance companies and banks of that period. The relief is clear, although patinated by time, and the central scene remains perfectly legible. Its ergonomic shape and flat format make it easy to hold.

In terms of color, the object has a uniform hue, reminiscent of old gilded metal or brass, but the exact material cannot be confirmed due to lack of explicit indication. The surface shows regular wear, particularly around the edges and on the upper part of the opening, typical of repeated use.

This advertising bottle opener combines both functionality and decorative value, thanks to its retro style and institutional iconography. It is part of the tradition of advertising objects offered by major French companies of the 20th century.

The front part visible in the photo shows no inscriptions other than those already mentioned. No additional decoration or pattern is observable around the medallion. The natural patina of time testifies to the authenticity of this period accessory.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Visible traces of wear and patina, particularly on the surface of the medallion and around the opening. The whole remains solid and legible, with no apparent breakage on the photographed side.

Did you know? French insurance companies such as "La Séquanaise" regularly distributed utilitarian advertising objects, such as bottle openers, keychains or rulers, from the 1950s onwards to build customer loyalty. The name "Séquanaise" refers to the Seine (Sequana in Latin), highlighting the company's regional and historical attachment to Paris.

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